St. Edward's University Viewbook 2012

CHALLENGE YOURSELF.

FIND YOUR PASSION.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE. i

EXPECT MORE.

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St. Edward’s University is located in one of the most exciting cities in the nation — Austin, Texas. Our hilltop campus is just three miles south of downtown.

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“St. Edward’s encourages you to think critically in all areas of your education and to explore different worlds. My classes are the most difficult and rewarding of my academic career.

I’m pursuing my passions and accomplishing things I never thought possible.”

—Mitch Harris ’13, Theater Arts

WHAT’S YOUR DREAM?

Find and follow it with our 50+ majors and inspiring academic environment.

Learn more at stedwards.edu/academics.

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ACADEMICS

Discover your purpose.

CHALLENGING, INTERNATIONAL, PERSONAL Every aspect of academic life at St. Edward’s empowers you to fulfill your potential. Classes are small and professors know who you are. Our students come from diverse backgrounds and broaden one another’s perspectives. Assignments connect to the world beyond the classroom.

Our nationally recognized education, grounded in the liberal arts, emphasizes critical thinking, writing and presentation, and examining social justice issues. At St. Edward’s, you will …

• Take a range of classes in the arts, sciences and humanities, no matter what your major is. Our curriculum prepares you to be a well-rounded thinker and achiever — to understand current issues, to be an active citizen and to adapt to shifting job markets.

• Do research in your field of study alongside your professors or independently. You’ll have an opportunity to publish and present your work on campus and at academic conferences.

• Be encouraged to study abroad at our campus in Angers, France, or any of 10 other international partner universities.

• Study ethics and confront the critical issues of our time.

• Complete a senior Capstone project — you’ll examine a controversy, take a point of view and present your arguments in a persuasive speech and in-depth paper.

• Learn the skills employers look for when they hire: strategic thinking, abstract thought, independence, research abilities, clear communication and a global outlook.

St. Edward’s prepares you not just to choose a career but to choose a direction in life. How will you connect Cullen Soares ’15, Biochemistry, leads a classroom discussion with fellow students.

your interests and talents to meaningful work? How will you make a difference in your world? At St. Edward’s, you’ll discover the answers and discover yourself.

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QUICK FACTS

Total student population

5,330 3,640 Average class size

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Undergraduate students

Average ACT score

25

Countries represented

40

Middle 50% of ACT scores

23–27

States represented

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Average SAT score

1128

Minority enrollment 38% International enrollment 6%

Middle 50% of SAT scores

1030–1210

MAJORS

Make your passion your career.

UNLIMITED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES Choose from more than 50 areas of study offering opportunities for research and creative expression, global study, community service, internships and leadership growth.

SCHOOL OF BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES Criminal Justice* Criminology* Environmental Science and Policy* Forensic Science* Global Studies* History* Latin American Studies* Political Science* Psychology* Social Work Sociology* SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES Acting Art* Catholic Studies* Communication* English Literature* English Writing and Rhetoric* French* Graphic Design* Liberal Studies Philosophy* Photocommunications* Religious and Theological Studies* Spanish* Theater Arts*

SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES Biochemistry Bioinformatics Biology* Chemistry* Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Information Science Computer Science* Environmental Chemistry Forensic Chemistry Mathematics* SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS Accounting* Accounting Information Technology Business Administration* Digital Media Management Economics* Entrepreneurship Finance Interactive Games Management Interactive Games Studies International Business* Management Marketing

SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Kinesiology* Teacher Certification Early Childhood–Grade 6 Early Childhood–Grade 12 Grades 4–8 Grades 8–12 Special Education

CERTIFICATION AND PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS Global Understanding Pre-Dental Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medical

* Also offered as a minor

Pre–Physical Therapy

MINORS Art History German Jewish Studies Journalism Multimedia Music Professional Ethics Teacher Education Women’s Studies

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Get details on each of our majors at stedwards.edu/majors.

“I like knowing that my classmates are on top of their game, balancing academics with community service and student organizations. They inspire me to keep up with them! It’s a very challenging but supportive community.”

— Monique Sandhu ’14, Global Studies 7

OUR STUDENTS STUDIED ABROAD IN 26 COUNTRIES LAST YEAR

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STUDY ABROAD

“My study abroad experience in France has been more than taking classes abroad and learning another language. It’s about gaining an understanding of different cultures firsthand.”

— Sofia Martinez ’13, International Business

WHERE WILL YOU GO?

Meet Sofia Martinez and hear how her studies abroad have transformed her worldview and career outlook.

Gain a global perspective.

YOUR WORLD AWAITS. St. Edward’s encourages you to explore the international community and your role in it. Deepen your understanding of other cultures. Interact with people from across the globe. Engage in discussions about improving and serving your world.

Broaden your international outlook through study abroad over a summer, a semester or an entire year.

INTERNATIONAL PARTNER UNIVERSITIES Study at our partner university in Angers, France, or through our other educational partnerships in eight countries.

• Scotland

• Japan

• Argentina

• Germany

• South Korea

• Chile

• Spain

• Mexico

FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS ABROAD Professors from St. Edward’s lead discipline-specific international trips. Recent student experiences include: • Studying the floral diversity of the Loire Valley in France

• Documenting life across China through photography

• Working behind the scenes at an international arts festival

• Exploring history, culture and language in Sevilla, Spain

in Edinburgh, Scotland STUDY ABROAD PROGRAMS IN 50+ COUNTRIES

Watch the video at stedwards.edu/studyabroad.

St. Edward’s also partners with organizations such as International Student Exchange Programs (ISEP) that offer you nearly 200 study abroad options in more than 50 countries.

A TOP PRODUCER OF FULBRIGHT SCHOLARS Since 2004, 19 Fulbrights — a highly selective scholarship sponsored by the U.S. Department of State — have been awarded to St. Edward’s University students. Our graduates have studied and taught English in countries including Thailand, Germany, Costa Rica, Turkey and Mongolia. In 2011, The Chronicle of Higher Education named St. Edward’s one of the year’s “top producers” of U.S. Fulbright students.

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“I’ve had incredible research opportunities at St. Edward’s.

Thanks to my bioinformatics professor, I did research at Stanford University last summer on gene expression in chlamydomonas.”

— Matt Wolski ’13, Bioinformatics Watch James McCann ’10, ’11, a Philosophy and Biology major, describe research and internship opportunities that led to his career at a biotech firm. View the video at stedwards.edu/majors.

CURIOUS ABOUT RESEARCH?

Find out about advanced research that prepares you for graduate school and your career. Select a major at stedwards.edu/ majors, then click the “Opportunities” tab for research details.

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RESEARCH

Question everything.

GRADUATE-LEVEL EXPERIENCE At St. Edward’s, students conduct research typically reserved for graduate-level studies. These research opportunities allow you to study new subjects of interest and connect with your passions and purpose.

TAKE A HANDS-ON APPROACH TO PROBLEM SOLVING. Research opportunities take learning beyond the traditional classroom assignment. Our students have: • Pursued biology research in our state-of-the-art science labs and in the field at nearby Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve — a multifaceted ecosystem that is part of St. Edward’s • Used forensic science to solve a mock crime, complete with crime scene, witnesses, investigators and a victim • Researched and developed valid business plans for actual local and international companies • Delved into psychology research using our cutting-edge biofeedback technology and observational labs to analyze the behavior of real test subjects • Exhibited their innovative costume and technology designs at a theater symposium and won top honors • Photographed life in a small Texas town and had their photos acquired by the Smithsonian Institution

L-R: Andrew Willard ’12, Global Studies; Karla Braun ’13, International Business; and Zach Wichman ’13, Bioinformatics, team up on a research project in the natural sciences greenhouse.

EXCEL IN YOUR FIELD OF STUDY Our graduates consistently enroll in top professional programs and graduate schools including Harvard, Stanford, Notre Dame, Columbia, Duke, Purdue, Texas A&M and The University of Texas Medical School at Houston.

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INTERNSHIPS

Start your career on a rewarding path.

ON-THE-JOB LEARNING An internship is not just another line on your résumé. It’s a chance to test your skills, learn new ones and identify work that has meaning and purpose for you. You’ll apply your classroom education to real-world challenges and build your professional network.

Our students gain workplace experience in Austin, across the country and abroad with top businesses and nonprofits, including: • Agilent Technologies

• Ministry of Social Development (New Zealand)

• Angers City Hall, International Relations

• MTV Networks

Department (France) • Consulate General of Mexico • Deloitte

• Peace Corps Headquarters • South by Southwest Music, Film and Interactive Conference

• Global Vision International (South Africa)

• U.S. Embassy in London

• Institute of Global Engagement

• U.S. Embassy in Uruguay

PREPARE FOR SUCCESS 78% of students at St. Edward’s complete one or more internships before graduation — significantly above the national average of 53%.

Source: 2011 St. Edward’s University Career Services Survey

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100+ EMPLOYERS AND ORGANIZATIONS RECRUIT STUDENTS ON CAMPUS EACH YEAR DURING JOB AND INTERNSHIP FAIRS

Nathaniel Collins ’13, Psychology (left), discusses internship job responsibilities with his mentor Athan Schindler at LIVESTRONG.

“Career Services helped me prepare for my internship interview with LIVESTRONG. I did so well that I got an offer the next day! Now, I’m doing the most important work I’ve ever done — providing support services to people affected by cancer.”

— Nathaniel Collins ’13, Psychology

GET CAREER-READY

See why employers prefer our graduates, and hear from a St. Edward’s graduate about the value of her internship. View the video at stedwards.edu/career.

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“Through service opportunities, I have learned a great deal about myself and my Catholic faith. The people I served taught me lessons in gratitude, community and perseverance.”

— Jenny Eakin ’13, Education

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Find out how our students put their faith into action through service.

Watch our video at stedwards.edu/faithinaction.

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OUR STUDENTS GAVE MORE THAN 75,000 HOURS OF THEIR TIME THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICE LAST YEAR

FAITH & SERVICE

Enrich your spiritual journey.

OUR HOLY CROSS HERITAGE Your college experience is a time to discover who you are and what you value. Reflect on your beliefs, challenge your perspectives and emerge stronger in your spiritual identity.

Founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross more than a century ago, St. Edward’s University is a welcoming Catholic community that serves students of all ages, backgrounds, cultures and beliefs. The university provides an environment to deepen one’s faith, whatever that faith may be.

EMBRACE YOUR FAITH Campus Ministry offers many opportunities for Catholic students and those interested in becoming Catholic, including: • Mass offered daily and twice on Sunday in Our Lady Queen of Peace Chapel • Sacramental preparation, including baptism, communion,

• Spiritual direction and retreats designed to deepen faith and increase discernment • Weekly rosary at the Grotto

confirmation and marriage For non-Catholic students, Campus Ministry offers spiritual direction, interfaith discussion groups and referrals to congregations off campus. St. Edward’s recognizes other religious traditions through events such as an Eid celebration, Passover Seder, an Iftar dinner, and Friday evening Shabbat.

SERVE YOUR COMMUNITY AND BE TRANSFORMED Students at St. Edward’s believe in their power to change the world, and they act on it. They honor our Holy Cross heritage through annual service events such as Founders Week and The BIG Event. And they take time to understand the root of the social issues they address. Our students respond to communities in need throughout the United States and in countries as distant as India, Uganda and Peru.

Opportunities include: Students help neighborhoods throughout Austin with cleanup and beautification projects during The BIG Event, an annual service project.

• Volunteering with food banks and homeless shelters

• Tutoring underserved children in after-school programs

• Building homes with Habitat for Humanity

• Providing supplies and support for urban and rural communities, schools and orphanages

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AUSTIN

LIVE MUSIC. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE. TECH HEAVEN. 300 DAYS OF SUNSHINE. Austin, Texas, is an eclectic, vibrant community like nowhere else. It offers the best of both worlds: a fun, laid-back lifestyle in a dynamic, multicultural city.

Our hilltop campus is just three miles from downtown Austin. Catch live music (Austin boasts more than 200 live music venues), grab a snack or meal from dozens of food trailers, shop at boutiques on trendy South Congress Avenue, dine at popular local cafĂŠs, go kayaking on Lady Bird Lake or hike and swim at the Barton Creek Greenbelt.

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1 COLLEGE TOWN

Find out what makes Austin the nation’s top college city at stedwards.edu/exploreaustin.

AUSTIN IS REGULARLY RANKED AS ONE OF THE COUNTRY’S: • Best cities for recent college grads • Best cities for business and careers • Best cities for job growth • Best cities for the outdoors • Best places to live • Best college cities

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“I love living in Dujarié Hall in the center of campus. It’s a great way to meet new friends, and I’m always close to classes and campus events. I feel like a part of the Hilltopper family.”

— Jenna Craig ’14, English Literature

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR

of our halls, and learn more about campus living at stedwards.edu/campusliving.

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HILLTOP LIVING

Our award-winning residential village includes three residence halls, two dining halls, a coffee bar, a convenience store — and plenty of comfortable spaces to gather with friends.

Get the most out of college life.

INSPIRING, ENERGETIC, HOME Living on the St. Edward’s campus puts you in the heart of our vibrant community. You’re within quick walking distance of our library, fitness center, two dining halls and coffee shops, your classes and your club meetings.

On any given day, you’ll see students studying and soaking up the Texas sun, relaxing between classes under the shade of the great Sorin Oak, or promoting a student event by the Ragsdale Plaza fountain.

When night falls and the Austin skyline lights up, life on campus picks up, too. Students gather in The Huddle for late-night Tex-Mex food and jam sessions. Student musicians perform jazz, swing and acoustic numbers at Meadows Coffeehouse. And events from pancake dinners to concerts to open-mike poetry nights draw crowds throughout the year.

WHERE WILL YOU LIVE? Freshmen live in six residence halls, each with its own personality. All offer amenities like laundry facilities, wireless access, study areas and basic cable. Upperclassmen can live in residence halls, our on-campus apartments or the townhouse-style Casa and Casitas.

CONSIDER A LIVING LEARNING COMMUNITY Connect with a close-knit group of students who share a common focus. They’ll become your friends, your neighbors and your classmates. Share the same floor of a residence hall, take courses together and participate in discussions, special events and service projects as a group.

Living Learning Communities: • Business • French • Global Understanding • Honors (by invitation) • Natural Sciences • Social Justice

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CAMPUS LIFE

WHAT DO YOU STAND FOR?

What are your passions? With more than 100 student organizations to choose from, you’ll make friends, engage your interests and find a place for yourself in our thriving international campus community.

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MAKE THINGS HAPPEN

Learn more about life at St. Edward’s at stedwards.edu/life.

“Getting involved on campus with organizations and events like Hilltop Leaders, Topper Transitions and the Multicultural Awareness Conference of Leadership have helped me grow as a person and develop many close friendships.” — Yara Ashrawi ’12, Biology

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GO HILLTOPPERS

WINNING TEAMS. UNBEATABLE SPIRIT. Our outstanding NCAA Division II student-athletes make us proud with their athletic accomplishments, academic achievements and commitment to community service. Last year, our teams won four Heartland Conference Championships, and eight of our 11 teams advanced to the NCAA tournament. Their competitions add excitement to the hilltop.

PLAY TO WIN

Interested in varsity athletics? Find coach contact information at stedwards.edu/athletics.

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SINCE 2005, OUR NCAA DIVISION II TEAMS HAVE CAPTURED 35 HEARTLAND CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS.

ATHLETICS AT ST. EDWARD’S NCAA DIVISION II TEAMS Baseball Men’s and Women’s Basketball Men’s and Women’s Golf Men’s and Women’s Soccer Men’s and Women’s Tennis Softball Volleyball CLUB SPORTS Coed Cycling Coed Swimming Men’s, Women’s and Coed Crew (Rowing) Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Men’s and Women’s Soccer Men’s Rugby

INTRAMURALS Basketball Dodgeball Flag Football Kickball Racquetball Sand Volleyball Soccer Softball Sports Trivia Bowl Tennis Texas Hold ’Em Volleyball SPIRIT GROUPS Cheerleading Dance Team HillRaisers Topper Mascot

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87% OF FRESHMEN RECEIVED SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTS IN 2012–2013

“My scholarships made it possible for me to attend St. Edward’s. They’ve given me the opportunity to study abroad and to take advantage of a personalized education where my professors know me and are dedicated to my success.”

— Ruoyun Xu ’14, Marketing

CALCULATE YOUR SCHOLARSHIPS & AID

Get a quick and easy online estimate of scholarships, financial aid and total costs with our calculator for new freshmen at stedwards.edu/calculator.

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Associate Professor of Biology Fidelma O’Leary (center) introduces new field specimens during a lab practicum.

GET MORE INFORMATION Student Financial Services

SCHOLARSHIPS & AID

Invest in yourself and a fulfilling future.

AFFORDABLE PRIVATE EDUCATION We’re committed to making a St. Edward’s education affordable. When you apply, you’ll automatically be considered for academic scholarships. If you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), we’ll review your file to see if you qualify for additional financial aid.

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In addition to federal and state grants, you may qualify for grants offered by St. Edward’s to offset tuition. 87% of freshmen

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received scholarships and grants in 2012–2013. These awards averaged $17,640 — not including loans and campus jobs.

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Use our net price calculator for new freshmen at stedwards.edu/calculator to get a quick estimate of your

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scholarships, financial aid and total costs. You may be surprised how affordable our private education can be.

Apply by Feb. 1 to get the best financial aid.

To get the most financial aid from St. Edward’s, apply for admission by the Feb. 1 priority deadline, and submit your FAFSA (fafsa.ed.gov) by March 1 of your senior year. We’ll send you a package of financing options as well as the name and phone number of your advisor in Student Financial Services. Your advisor will help you and your parents develop a financial plan for your education and work with you throughout your college career.

COST AND ASSISTANCE • Tuition for 2013–2014 $33,330 • Technology fee for 2013–2014 $400 • Housing and food for 2013–2014 (estimated) $10,260 • Average freshman grant in 2012–2013 $17,640 • Freshmen who received scholarships and grants in 2012–2013 87% 25

Are you ready to‌ Ask for more from your college experience? Do the hard work to prepare for a fulfilling life? Explore other cultures and discover yourself?

Then answer the challenge to make a difference in your world. And experience the difference it makes in you.

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APPLY TO ST. EDWARD’S

Join a community that inspires your best.

WE WELCOME YOUR APPLICATION Ready to challenge yourself, discover bigger worlds and be changed in the process? Join us at St. Edward’s.

We recommend you send your application in the fall of your senior year. Qualified applicants rank in the top half of their graduating class and score at least 500 on each section of the SAT or 21 on the composite ACT. We also consider your essay, curriculum, extracurricular activities, teacher recommendation and the unique perspective you can bring to our community.

St. Edward’s is a member of the Common Application and ApplyTexas and accepts applications via commonapp.org, applytexas.org, at stedwards.edu/apply and by mail.

Don’t Miss the Application Deadlines DEC. 15

MARCH 1

Early Application Deadline

FAFSA Priority Deadline

($50 application fee waived for fall applicants) MAY 1 FEB. 1

Final Application Deadline

Priority Application Deadline

QUESTIONS? Undergraduate Admission 800-555-0164 512-448-8500 seu.admit@stedwards.edu stedwards.edu/admission

(to be considered for all applicable scholarships

NOV. 15

and the best financial aid package possible)

Spring Semester Application Deadline

HOW TO APPLY

Our academics are challenging, but we make it simple to apply. St. Edward’s accepts the Common Application, ApplyTexas and our own application. Apply online at commonapp.org, applytexas.org, at stedwards.edu/apply or by mail.

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VISIT OUR CAMPUS

Experience St. Edward’s for yourself.

SEEING IS BELIEVING See what St. Edward’s is like and explore Austin. All campus visit programs are free and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

CAMPUS TOURS Current students introduce you to the hilltop on a walking tour and share their perspectives on campus life. You can also schedule a meeting with an admission counselor to ask questions and help us get to know you. Tours and counselor meetings are available on weekdays and select Saturdays.

STAY OVERNIGHT Attend a class, meet with a professor, eat in the dining hall and stay overnight in a residence hall with a student host.

These visits are an ideal way for high school seniors to try on life as a St. Edward’s University student.

Please schedule your visit at least two weeks in advance.

SENIOR SNAPSHOT Experience life as a student at St. Edward’s. Tour campus, attend a class, meet professors and learn about admission and financial aid. You may choose to stay overnight. Reservations, which are required, open six weeks before the program date.

WEEKEND VISIT We offer student-led tours and counselor appointments on select Saturdays. On other weekends, you can pick up a self-guided tour map at the Ragsdale Center information desk or the outdoor kiosk near the bookstore. Or you can call us and request that we email you the map.

HOW TO SIGN UP

• For more details and program dates, go to stedwards.edu/visit.

• Schedule a campus tour or sign up for a group program at stedwards.edu/visit.

• Call 800-555-0164 or 512-448-8500 to schedule appointments or overnight visits.

• Schedule at least two weeks in advance.

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“When I visited St. Edward’s, I had a great conversation with an admission counselor, and I fell in love with the campus and Austin. Now I’m getting a wellrounded liberal arts education in a major that’s perfect for me and my career goals.”

— Kristina Schenck ’13, Environmental Science and Policy

EXPLORE ST. EDWARD’S ONLINE

Get an inside look at the hilltop with The St. Edward’s Experience.

See real students tell you why they chose St. Edward’s, and view videos and photos. Start your visit now at stedwards.edu/explore.

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Undergraduate Admission 3001 South Congress Avenue Austin, TX 78704-6489 CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTED

ON THE COVER: Students from St. Edward’s explore the villages, culture and countryside around Fort Portal, Uganda, during an international immersion experience.

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